The Right Bicycle Seat For Men, Women And Kids
We can sometimes rush into buying things and realize later that it was really a bad purchase. The same goes for bicycle seats for men, women or kids. However, when we have a set of guidelines to follow, the purchase becomes easier and more suited for the kind of bicycle riding. Here is a set of five things to look for when making your choice:
1. Remember Your Size.
Yes, men and women have different body shapes and this is reflected in the array of bike seats. We have bicycle seats for men, women and kids. Then this needs to broken down further into whether the rider is slim, medium built or heavy. For example, a heavy bicycle rider would find a thin and firm model to be quite uncomfortable so choosing a wider base and a bit softer type would be more appropriate.
2. Traditional or Unconventional?
Traditional bicycle seats have been the foundation of the bike seat world for many eons. They have changed slightly over decades as bicycle seat research have found this type of seat to be ideal for the pumping thighs and the hunched over posture of many bicycle riders. Changes to the traditional structure have been in the width, length and materials used. Recently, a hole has appeared in the middle of the seats to allow the groin area much needed relief. Unconventional models are slowly gaining support due to the medical research findings that there are some problems found with long distance riders. Unconventional models have done away with the nose area and focused on supporting the hip and pelvic bones.
3. Prices or Brands?
There are traditional models that start from a wide base and flows into a more pointed end. These models have been the mainstay of bicycle seats for generations. They have also been changes such as a hollow in the middle which provides some relief for the groin area and the nose area has been modified to suit the different kinds of riders. Generally, casual riders would be matched to wider base and shorter length bike seats and serious competitive or long distance cyclists would be matched to shorter bases and longer lengths.
4. Bicycle Seat Prices and Brands
I don't want to shock anyone but there are seats that run into hundreds of dollars. Of course, these are the high end models that are more suited for Tour De France. Bicycle seat development has come a long way and general prices amongst different brands reflect the research and funds that have been poured into their development. For everyday users, a huge variety is available online and in bicycle stores that carry affordable prices. It would be wise to choose a brand bicycle seat that is based in Europe or in the United States. The reason for this is that these countries have riders in regular International bike competitions and bike seat development is connected to these competitions.
5. Bicycle Model
There are various models of bicycles built especially for different kinds of riding. Mountain biking has a sturdier frame and the casual touring frames built to carry some bags on a rack at the front and back. Bicycle Racing has lighter and short wheelbases for maximum responsiveness. With these different types of frames, it is important to choose the right bicycle seat. For example, mountain bicycles has strong and springy seats whilst BMX bicycles has longer seats.
1. Remember Your Size.
Yes, men and women have different body shapes and this is reflected in the array of bike seats. We have bicycle seats for men, women and kids. Then this needs to broken down further into whether the rider is slim, medium built or heavy. For example, a heavy bicycle rider would find a thin and firm model to be quite uncomfortable so choosing a wider base and a bit softer type would be more appropriate.
2. Traditional or Unconventional?
Traditional bicycle seats have been the foundation of the bike seat world for many eons. They have changed slightly over decades as bicycle seat research have found this type of seat to be ideal for the pumping thighs and the hunched over posture of many bicycle riders. Changes to the traditional structure have been in the width, length and materials used. Recently, a hole has appeared in the middle of the seats to allow the groin area much needed relief. Unconventional models are slowly gaining support due to the medical research findings that there are some problems found with long distance riders. Unconventional models have done away with the nose area and focused on supporting the hip and pelvic bones.
3. Prices or Brands?
There are traditional models that start from a wide base and flows into a more pointed end. These models have been the mainstay of bicycle seats for generations. They have also been changes such as a hollow in the middle which provides some relief for the groin area and the nose area has been modified to suit the different kinds of riders. Generally, casual riders would be matched to wider base and shorter length bike seats and serious competitive or long distance cyclists would be matched to shorter bases and longer lengths.
4. Bicycle Seat Prices and Brands
I don't want to shock anyone but there are seats that run into hundreds of dollars. Of course, these are the high end models that are more suited for Tour De France. Bicycle seat development has come a long way and general prices amongst different brands reflect the research and funds that have been poured into their development. For everyday users, a huge variety is available online and in bicycle stores that carry affordable prices. It would be wise to choose a brand bicycle seat that is based in Europe or in the United States. The reason for this is that these countries have riders in regular International bike competitions and bike seat development is connected to these competitions.
5. Bicycle Model
There are various models of bicycles built especially for different kinds of riding. Mountain biking has a sturdier frame and the casual touring frames built to carry some bags on a rack at the front and back. Bicycle Racing has lighter and short wheelbases for maximum responsiveness. With these different types of frames, it is important to choose the right bicycle seat. For example, mountain bicycles has strong and springy seats whilst BMX bicycles has longer seats.
About the Author:
For a wide variety of bicycle seats for men, women and kids check out the site at www.bicycleseatsformen.org. Conan Hatch is a retired competitive cyclist and is keen to share his knowledge.